Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Countdown to Christmas: Unveiling the Ultimate 2024 PEZ Holiday Surprises

We’re all excited and eagerly awaiting this year’s 
limited-edition Halloween PEZ dispenser 
(check out our post about it here). 
It’s just around the corner!

Meanwhile, as the first PEZ Christmas dispensers
 start hitting stores, it’s time for us to dive 
into this year’s Christmas PEZ collection.
We’d love to tell you all about it, but, 
as you'll see in our post, there’s so much 
to cover that we’ll need to break it up a bit this year.

Why?

Because with all the exciting releases, 
we simply can’t reveal all the surprises
 just yet! 
But one thing’s for sure—both American and European 
collectors are in for a busy pre-Christmas season.
Let’s start with the dispensers for which images 
have been officially released.

REGULAR PEZ CHRISTMAS ASSORTMENT:

Our American PEZ friends can look forward 
to two new releases this 
Christmas from PEZ Candy Inc.:
A new Christmas elf (with a red stem), 
available on blister card or in a poly bag.
A completely new nutcracker, which will 
be exclusively available in a tube.
Both of these feature brand-new molds designs (USA only) 
Update: Both new dispensers have already 
been spotted at Walgreen.

In Europe, collectors can get excited 
about a fantastic new Advent calendar
which includes a 
brand-new PEZ elf mascot—available 
exclusively in the calendar! 
Additionally, the calendar and blister packs 
will include the Christmas tree dispenser 
with a string of lights 
on a red stem, 
which was released in the USA last year.
Unlike the American version, the European 
edition will feature the familiar 
PEZ Play Code printed on the stem. (Euro only)
 
UPDATE:
Finally the new PEZ Adventcalendar is 
now available from PEZ International here.
The new Tree have alredy been 
spotted at European Action Stores.
Of course, we’ve prepared another 
PEZ Play Code Pictorial 
for you with all the Christmas PEZ Play Code dispensers 
available to date.

All the European PEZ Playcode Christmas Dispensers
Now, those were the smaller surprises.
What’s coming next is sure to get every collector excited!

ONLINE SPECIAL PEZ CHRISTMAS ASSORTMENT:
PEZ is celebrating the season with a 
flurry of online-exclusive Christmas dispensers. 
While we can’t give away all the details 
just yet, we can promise you there’s 
more than one on the way!
How many will there be?
one, two, three, or even four? 
Will they be available to American collectors only,
 European collectors only, or will both regions 
get different versions?
Well, it’s a little bit of everything!
 It’s going to be amazing with plenty new ones!

SPECIAL PEZ CHRISTMAS ASSORTMENT:

We’re calling this section 
“special” for a reason!
Keep your eyes peeled at your 
local stores, especially if you’re an 
American collector! 
And NO, we’re not just talking about the PEZ trucks ;)
With all these exciting releases and surprises, 
it’s no wonder we love this hobby so much. 
It keeps us on our toes and brings back 
the joy of hunting down the newest dispensers.
 Collecting, swapping, and trading has never been more fun!
Happy Collecting!
 

Monday, September 16, 2024

The new Minecraft PEZ Collection is available now!

Our American PEZ collector friends
 can rejoice, because the new 
PEZ Minecraft Collection 
is now available from PEZ Candy Inc.(here)
 
 You can add all 8 new dispensers to your 
collections in one go. 
The new Mincecraft PEZ Collection, which includes
Steve,
Creeper,
Pig,
and Alex,
 is available both individually on
blister cards and together in twin packs
with Steve & Creeper and Alex & Pig. 
 PEZ brings us also
the Minecraft gift box with 
Steve, Creeper, Alex, and Enderman. 
The great thing about this gift box is that the 
stems on these dispensers are printed, and Enderman 
will only be available in this gift box.

 
Rumors suggest that when the new Minecraft film
is released in April next year, this PEZ range will be
 expanded with an additional dispenser.
 For the time being, the dispensers are only
available in the USA, but there are rumors that
a Minecraft range will also be available from
PEZ International (Europe) in 2025. 
We are eagerly awaiting the official pictures
 of the European PEZ Minecraft range.
 
Now we just have to find a place 
for it in our collections.
Here you can get all the new 8 Minecraft PEZ dispensers.
Happy Collecting! 

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Snoopy is back! Now on the Japanese licensed PEZ Key Charms

Well, it's been a while since we've seen 
anything from PEZ and Snoopy together.
 
Plaza Style from Japan has revived 
the PEANUTS characters, 
and Snoopy joins the PEZ key charm lineup. 
The Japanese licensed PEZ Key Charm range 
features the most popular PEZ characters, 
 and of course Snoopy can’t be missing!
 
The new PEZ Key Charms are available in
 two designs: 
Classic Snoopy and Joe Cool.
Thank you Plaza Style for the pictures :)
 Unfortunately, the two PEZ Key Charms are
 only available in Japan and
 exclusive at PLAZA and MINiPLA! 
 
Not long ago we created a Japan PEZ Key Charm 
pictorial for you, which you can find here. 
 
Now we just need to find someone to get us
 these two PEZ cuties from Japan. 
Happy Collecting! 

Halloween Countdown: PEZ Spooktacular Release on the way!

With the Orange PEZ Girl we have received 
an incredible 16 online-only 
limited edition PEZ dispensers so far this year.

Number 17 is already produced and 
on its way, and PEZ is set to deliver something breathtaking!

With Halloween just around the corner, 
PEZ is once again celebrating with a special dispenser.

Now, let's address the big question—
NO, 
we are not getting a new mold this time
. Instead, PEZ is bringing a beloved
 and popular dispenser that collectors adore.

What really excites us, though, is that this dispenser
 has been highly anticipated by the 
PEZ communities for several years. 
And soon, it will finally become a reality!
While we can't reveal all the details 
just yet, 
we can say that the new Halloween dispenser 
will blow your mind and you will be very excited.
Both American and European 
collectors can rejoice.

But that's not all—PEZ has a spectacular 
lineup of special dispensers planned
 for the autumn and Christmas season. 
By the end of the year, our list of this year's
PEZ special dispensers will exceed 23+!

There's much more to come, 
and you're going to be amazed. 

This is what makes collecting so much fun,
PEZ truly knows how to keep us excited!
Happy Collecting!


 

Monday, September 9, 2024

USA Collectors! The new Crystal Purple Anniversary PEZ Hello Kitty is here, plus Moana and Giant Pikachu...

The wait is finally over for our American
 friends—PEZ Candy Inc. has released the 
Purple Crystal Anniversary 
Hello Kitty dispenser 
As we mentioned on our blog, unlike in Europe, 
where it's offered in a gift box, 
the USA version comes on a specially
 designed blister card, 
the dispenser with print is the same like in Europe.
Hello Kitty dispensers, with their diverse
 characters and prints, have grown into one
 of the largest series in our collections. 
We're thrilled that PEZ has brought this 
fantastic Hello Kitty dispenser to their shop 
as an online exclusive for the 50th anniversary.

We’re celebrating this dispenser, and it 
now proudly takes pole position on our 
Top Ten Hello Kitty PEZ list. 

Be sure to explore all the other Hello Kitty PEZ 
products—both PEZ USA and PEZ Europe have 
some fantastic items in their shops.
USA: here
Europe: here
But that’s enough from us; go ahead and grab
the amazing Hello Kitty, Moana, and Giant Pikachu dispensers.

You cand find our previous post about 
the new Moana PEZ range here.
 Get them all here. 
Happy Collecting!


Friday, September 6, 2024

The Secret Stem Print: Unveiling the Mystery of the Shopkins PEZ Dispensers

Yesterday, PEZ Candy Inc. surprised us
 all by posting a picture in their 
social media stories showing a jumble 
of Shopkins, Toy Story, and Minions 
PEZ dispensers. 

While this might seem ordinary at first glance, 
we quickly noticed that all 
the Shopkins dispensers featured a stem print 
(the "S" logo), 
which hasn't been released in this version 
in either Europe or the USA.

Our collecting friends from various 
communities noticed this as well, 
sparking curiosity about whether these
 stem print versions might soon be available on the market.
Naturally, 
our curiosity led us to dig a little deeper. 
The dispensers in the photo are samples, 
as it was taken in the PEZ samples room. 
Whether the lack of release was a decision 
by PEZ or influenced by the licensor, 
the exact reason remains a mystery.
 However, it’s clear that PEZ currently has no plans
 to release the dispensers with the stem print.
But there's no need to be disappointed—
there are plenty of exciting 
new releases coming later this year. 

By the way, we would love to spend a 
night in the Samples Room.
:)
Happy Collecting!
All the PEZ Shopkins PEZ dispensers.

Thursday, September 5, 2024

WOW! New PEZ Presenter Girl LED Neon Sign now available.

Some time ago we noticed the 
PEZ Presenter Girl LED Neon Sign 
in the PEZ Visitor Center and immediately
 we had hearts in our eyes. 
This great piece is now available for 
(almost) everyone's collection, 
PEZ surprised us by putting it in their online store.
 The price is also surprising, at $950.
 The Neon Presenter Girl is probably a 
custom-made product and that justifies 
the relatively high price. 
Be that as it may, it is truly a great piece. 
For all those who have the necessary capital,
 you can get the great PEZ Presenter Girl LED Neon Sign here. 
Update: SOLD OUT!
Perhaps Santa will bring it over for Christmas, 
one can dream.
Happy Collecting!

More to come? Beyond the Stars: The Rise of the PEZ Space Mission

When the PEZ Space/Mars Mission was
 first presented to the public and collectors
 in August 2023 at the 
V.I.P. PEZ Collectors' Meeting in Vienna, Austria,
 the dispensers were immediately 
embraced by enthusiasts.
By December 2023, when the rocket was 
released as a special crystal version 
for New Year's Eve, the excitement
surrounding this collection had reached new heights.
 The limited availability of the Mars Mission 
dispenser in its initial release caused a wave
 of anticipation and anxiety among collectors.

This entire experience has deepened 
our connection to the range, and now, 
almost all collectors proudly have all
 five dispensers in their collections. 
We eagerly hope that this range will 
continue to expand in the near future, with 
even more dispensers finding their way 
to our display cases from the vastness of space.
Rumors are circulating that PEZ is 
considering expanding the range
 in 2025 to include at least 
one new dispenser, 
possibly with a new mold. 
However, nothing has been confirmed,
 so we must patiently wait for official news.

On a positive note, 
it’s worth mentioning that PEZ holds
 the licensing rights for the
 Space/Mars Mission dispensers. 
Since this series was designed and developed
 in-house by PEZ, there’s potential 
for future releases in different colors 
or print variations. 
Rest assured, if there are any official updates,
 you’ll hear it from us first.
Happy Collecting!

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Block by Block: The Epic Arrival of Minecraft PEZ Dispensers Steve, Creeper, Alex, Enderman and Pig.

Minecraft is a sandbox computer game 
originally developed by Swedish programmer
 Markus "Notch" Persson and his company Mojang, 
which he founded for this purpose.

Minecraft was first released on May 17, 2009,
 as an early access title for PC and was 
subsequently released for various other 
platforms and game consoles.

In the game, players create constructions
 such as buildings or circuits from 
mostly cube-shaped elements in a freely 
accessible, procedurally generated 
world that also consists of cubes.
Minecraft has been highly praised by critics, received 
numerous awards, and is considered one 
of the most influential computer games of the 2010s. 
It is the best-selling computer game to date, 
with more than 300 million copies sold. 
With over 140 million monthly active users,
 it is also the computer game with the most active players.

The game quickly captured the hearts of children, 
young people, and gamers around the world.
Coming soon! New Minecraft PEZ assortment with 8 new dispensers!
PEZ is known for securing successful licenses, 
and with Minecraft, PEZ has once again 
landed a great new range. 
Starting soon, we will have the opportunity
 to add eight new cube-shaped Minecraft PEZ dispensers
 to our collections. 
The new range, which includes 
Steve, 
Creeper, 
Pig, 
and Alex,
 will be available both individually on 
blister cards and together in twin packs 
with Steve & Creeper and Alex & Pig.

More to come!
 PEZ will also soon release the 
Minecraft gift box with 
Steve, Creeper, Alex, and Enderman. 
The great thing about this gift box is that the 
stems on these dispensers are printed, and Enderman 
will only be available in this gift box.
Rumors suggest that when the new Minecraft film 
is released in April next year, this PEZ range will be
 expanded with an additional dispenser.
For the time being, the dispensers are only 
available in the USA, but there are rumors that 
a Minecraft range will also be available from 
PEZ International (Europe) in 2025.

We are excited to add these eight new 
PEZ Minecraft dispensers to our collections all at once. 
Oh God, where am I going to make room for them?
Happy Collecting!

Sunday, September 1, 2024

PEZ Wonderland: Shanghai's New Collector's Destination


 Recently, news spread through the PEZ community
 about a fantastic new PEZ Shop that had 
opened in Shanghai, China. 
Thanks to our PEZ friends 
Barry Sch. and JP Summer, 
we've received pictures and videos from
 this exciting new location.
The shop is located on 
East Nanjing Pedestrian Street in Shanghai, 
and even from the street above, 
the yellow PEZ logo is visible from afar. 

At the entrance, 
life-size PEZ dispensers of characters 
like Hello Kitty, Mickey Mouse, Ariel, 
and Woody welcome visitors, 
creating perfect photo opportunities. 
The entire shop interior is dedicated 
to our beloved hobby, showcasing not only 
the history of PEZ but also fascinating 
facts displayed on walls and neon signs. 

Alongside local Shanghai candies, 
the shop features a wide selection of 
PEZ dispensers and candies from the 
PEZ International range. 
Videos reveal various twin packs, Minions 
and Barbie tins, and all currently 
available European dispensers.
We are especially charmed by the PEZ merchandise
 items and the impressive large PEZ 
cardboard boxes. 
The shop looks absolutely amazing, 
and if you find yourself in Shanghai,
 it should definitely be on your must-visit list. 
If only it were a bit closer and easier to reach!
Enjoy the pictures and videos. 
 Happy Collecting!
PEZ, PEZ, and PEZ can be foud in the new Candy store.

 

                Thank you Barry Sch. and JP Summer for the Video's and pictures!